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Central Indiana Literacy Council

A local council of the Indiana State Literacy Association

Central IndianaLiteracy CouncilA local council of the Indiana State Literacy Association

Hello, Central Indiana Educators!

Central Indiana Literacy Council membership includes membership to Indiana State Literacy Association, Indiana's International Literacy Association affiliate.


  • Network with literacy-minded professionals at Council events
  • Stay on top of publishing trends in children's and young adult literature
  • Enhance your resume by aligning yourself with the International Literacy Association
  • Earn professional growth points
  • Enjoy a discounted rate to the Indiana State Literacy Association 2022 Conference


We look forward to meeting with you!

Emily Cespedes & Mayce Hopkins

Co-leaders of Central Indiana Literacy Council

Our Mission

To initiate and support just, equitable, and sustainable policies and practices that advance literacy in the state of Indiana.
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2022-2023 Program Calendar

Dates and times are subject to change. Bookmark this web page.
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Books To Steal Your Heart

When?

Friday, Feb 10, 2023, 07:00 PM

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The Ashley Lansdell Classroom Library Book Grant ☂

More information coming soon...

CILC's 2023 Spring Book Club - TBD

More information coming soon...

Do you have an idea for a CILC program?

We always welcome program proposals! You choose the date, time, and format. Pitch an idea to Emily Cespedes at cespedese@wws.k12.in.us or Mayce Hopkins at mahopkins@avon-schools.org

2022-2023 Past Events:

Event Information

Mock Caldecott Workshop 2023

Susan Dailey, our workshop facilitator, will share books that have been named as 2023 Caldecott contenders.

When?

Saturday, Jan 21, 2023, 08:00 AM

Where?

Monon Trail Elementary School, Tomlinson Road, Westfield, IN

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Sip, Chat, and Read: A Central Indiana Literacy Council Meetup at Loren's AF Beverages 🍊📖

Join us at Loren's AF Beverages, Hamilton County's first alcohol-free bottle shop, to sample some delicious alcohol-free beverages while discussing books! Feel free to participate in our book exchange - simply bring a book, take home a book! Additionally, Stephanie Dale, teacher librarian from Westfield Washington Schools and member of the ILF IN Read Aloud Committee, will share some book talks on her recent picture book favorites. You won't want to miss this fun, relaxing event at a gorgeous, newly opened store!

When?

Monday, Dec 12, 2022, 06:00 PM

Where?

Loren's AF Beverages, 5790 East Main Street, Carmel, IN

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Central Indiana Literacy Council

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Twitter: @centINDliteracy

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